Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Bride&Groom.video? What do you do?
We are an agency for wedding videographers and wedding photo-video teams, offering outsourced video editing and photo editing services. Launching soon, we will also offer lead generation, CRM configuration and customization, website creation, and virtual assistant services. Our vision is to become the back office for your photography and videography business.
How is Bride&Groom.video different from other editing agencies?
Our goal is to help you grow your videography business, allowing you to be the artist while we complete the more arduous business tasks. We donโt want to just be an editing agency โ we hope to be your long-term partner, taking tasks off of your plate so that you can focus on your art and expanding your business without surrendering creative control or burning out.ย
Our thorough internal processes and constant education for our team are what allow us to deliver top-notch work for you time and again, whether youโre a solopreneur or a volume wedding videography studio. You can expect clear communication, timely delivery, and quality work that follows your style each time you work with Bride&Groom.video.
Is your service like hiring a freelancer?
No. We are a post-production studio with a staff of full-time editors who are heavily trained by our chief editors.
How many people are on your team? Who will I work with?
Our team is growing quickly and, as of fall 2024, includes six senior staff, more than a dozen managers and team leads, and more than 50 editors. Donโt worry about meeting everyone, though; your account manager will be your only contact when you work with Bride&Groom.video, and it will be their job to get to know your work inside and out. Other people who may work on your projects include photo and video editors, and editing team leaders who will review their work and ensure everything meets our high standards before itโs sent for your review.
What experience do your editors have?
Weโre scrupulous when hiring, making sure that all of our editors have a solid background in the editing field, television, or movies, and have passed our internal exams before working on client projects. Each project is supervised by a team of lead editors, who are promoted to that level only after working day-to-day on wedding projects for more than five years.
Where are you located?
We are a U.S.-based company. Our staff is almost exclusively Ukrainian, but our team lives all over the world.
Can we meet you in real life?
Every year our team attends the How To Film Weddings Mastermind. You can also meet us at special events for wedding videographers and photographers in the U.S., U.K., and Ireland. Check our social media or send us an email if you want to know more about our travel schedule.
Who do you work with?
We exclusively serve wedding videographers, or wedding photo and video teams. Our clients span from solopreneurs and small teams to large videography studios capturing hundreds of videos each year. Most of our clients are based in the U.S., but we also have clients in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the U.K.
In total, we have more than 350 clients who weโre proud to have long-standing relationships with. Once we edit your first video, youโll see why they come back time and time again.
Who donโt you work with?
Price shoppers. We bring a lot more to the table than just affordable prices, and want to partner with wedding videographers who love us for more than money.
Do you only work in the wedding industry?
Our singular focus on wedding videos and photos has made us excellent at what we do. But weโre committed to being a true partner for you, so we also edit the occasional commercial, anniversary, bar mitzvah, or marketing project for our established clients. If you have a special project for us, please reach out!
Can you work on multiple projects for me at a time?
Absolutely! Our work process is incredibly efficient, and thanks to our large team, we can process up to 10 of your projects at a time.
How does the video editing process work?
Weโve designed the process to be as simple as possible. Youโll get a free account in our custom, market-leading online client area, where you will:
- Set up your default settings, which will be used as the default as you upload future projects.ย
- Create a new project, edit the default settings and provide instructions for that specific project, and upload your footage.ย
- Place your order and make the payment.ย
- Click on the project page to view your projectโs status, including an estimated ETA. Once started, you will receive the edited video for your review within 14 days.ย
- Preview the edited video using the Frame.io link and request revisions or approve the video as-is.ย
- Download the final project files and dazzle your clients with an awesome wedding video with a quick turnaround time.
How fast will I receive my edited video?
We deliver our projects super fast: within 14 days from the start date. If youโd like your project within 7 days, you can add on a 30% rush fee.ย
The project start date depends on our availability. We highly recommend adding your projects to the โUpcoming Projectsโ section of the client area so that we can schedule our resources to accommodate your deadlines even during busy seasons.
How will we exchange files?
When filling out the new project form, you can link to your folder with RAW files. We use Dropbox, but can accept files from any major cloud storage platform, such as Google Drive, WeTransfer, etc. If you donโt have your own cloud storage, you can request a Dropbox upload link from us in the client area.ย
We will deliver versions ready for your review in Frame.io, which is embedded in our client area. Once you approve our work, you will receive the deliverables on Dropbox.
What video formats do you accept?
We accept all common video formats from 360p to 8K, including Insta360 and GoPro.
What editing software do you use?
We work in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve. We work in the latest version of the editing program by default. If you want to make sure the project file can be easily opened in your software, please let us know your program version in the project notes.
Will you match my style?
Yes! This is a cornerstone of our service. Before starting, weโll ask you to submit details about your business, and style. Weโll also ask for instructions related to the specific project, and encourage you to include as many details as possible. After reviewing the questionnaires and studying the reference videos you submit, weโre confident that we can match your style.ย
Still, video editing is a creative process and our vision of a good wedding movie can be different from yours. Thatโs why we include revisions with every project.ย
To learn more about our process of understanding and matching your style, check out this blog.
How many rounds of revisions are included?
For your first project, we include unlimited edits. This is a crucial part of the process for us to really nail your style, and weโre committed to making revisions until itโs right. For all future projects, two rounds of revisions are included, with the ability to purchase more.
Can I request a music change after the editing process has started or finished?
Yes, you can request a music change even after editing has begun or been completed. However, please be aware that an additional fee may apply. The cost will depend on the complexity and the extent of the changes needed to incorporate the new music into your video.
How long are the videos?
We can work with videos of any length, from 15-second Instagram Reels to extra-long documentary films.
My footage isn't great. Can you fix it for me?
We canโt promise miracles, but our editing wizards will go above and beyond to correct stabilization, exposure, sound, and so on. Weโll combine our skills with AI tools such as Topaz, Waves, Adobe Podcast and others to deliver the best output using the materials given. Please reach out to us before ordering if you have concerns about footage quality and give you some ideas of what is possible before you buy.
Can you sync audio if it's recorded separately?
Yes, sure. We work with PluralEyes, Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro functions, but in extremely difficult cases, we can also sync audio manually.
How do you handle music? Can you provide licensed music? Can I give you the music I want?
Weโre happy to meet your needs for music, whether thatโs selecting some for you or using what you provide. If you choose the former, weโll get music from our MusicBed and Track Club subscriptions. If the latter, just upload your specific music in the client area and describe where you want it placed.
Do you include titles?
Sure! Just let us know you want titles in the project instructions. You can even specify what fonts you want used for titles. If itโs available in Google Fonts, we can get it ourselves, or you can upload specialty font files in the client area.
Do you color grade?
Yes, if itโs needed to follow your style.
What final exporting settings do you use?
You tell us! You can select your exporting settings in the client area.
How do I get my edited videos from you?
When your edited video is complete, weโll send you a link to view it in Frame.io. Thatโs where you can watch and make comments requesting revisions (if you even want any โย many clients donโt!), or download the final rendered videos. Once the video is approved, youโll get links inside your client area to download the final rendered videos via Dropbox.
Do you provide the project file?
Yes, the project file with all assets is delivered with the rendered videos.
My footage is long/large. How will I upload it?
If it takes too long to upload your footage in the client area, you can send us proxy files. When the video is ready, weโll send you the video for review and the project file with all assets. You can export the video with original files on your side. Here is our blog article that explains the process in detail: https://bridengroom.video/what-are-video-proxies-and-how-to-create-optimized-media/
My footage is long/large. Is there an extra fee?
Our standard packages include footage up to 1Tb, and up to three cameras. If your footage is larger than that, or was shot with four cameras or more, there will be an additional fee to process the extra data. This fee will be automatically calculated and added to the project price when you order a new project in the client area.
Can you work with wedding footage that isnโt in English?
Yes! Our large team includes editors who speak different languages. We also use AI software and special plugins that help us understand speeches in foreign languages.
How does the photo editing process work?
- Create a new project, provide instructions for that specific project, and upload your images.
- Place your order and make the payment.
- Click on the project page to view your projectโs status, including an estimated ETA. Once started, you will receive the edited photos for your review within 14 days.
- Youโll receive a Dropbox link with the edited photos where you can leave feedback or approve them as-is.
- Download the final gallery and impress your clients with awesome wedding photos in a quick turnaround time.
How fast will I receive my edited photos?
We deliver our projects super fast: within 14 days from the start date. If youโd like your project within 7 days, you can add on a 30% rush fee.
The project start date depends on our availability. We highly recommend adding your projects to the โUpcoming Projectsโ section of the client area so that we can schedule our resources to accommodate your deadlines even during busy seasons.
How will we exchange files?
We have a proprietary client area that youโre going to love. It makes uploading your files, reference photos, instructions, and other aspects of project management super easy. This is also where youโll submit revision requests for our edits, and download your final galleries.
What photo formats do you accept?
We accept all common photo files. We even accept cell phone photos.
What editing software do you use?
We work in Adobe Lightroom.
Will you match my style?
Absolutely! This is the backbone of our service. Before starting, weโll ask you to submit details about your business, and style. Weโll also ask for instructions related to the specific project, and encourage you to include as many details as possible. After reviewing the questionnaires and studying the reference photos you submit, weโre confident that we can match your style.ย
Still, photography editing is creative and our vision may be different from yours. Thatโs why we include revisions with every project and provide a Sample Edit feature, allowing you to preview 10-20 color-corrected photos before we proceed with editing the entire gallery.
How many rounds of revisions are included?
For your first project, we include unlimited edits. This is a crucial part of the process for us to really nail your style, and weโre committed to making revisions until itโs right. For all future projects, two rounds of revisions are included, with the ability to purchase more.
My photo needs extensive retouching. Can you fix it for me?
We canโt promise miracles, but our editing wizards will go above and beyond to correct color, exposure adjustments, white balance and so on. Please reach out to us before ordering if you have concerns about raw files quality and we give you some ideas of what is possible before you buy.
How do I get my edited gallery from you?
When your gallery is edited, weโll send you a Dropbox link. Thatโs where you can make comments requesting revisions, or download the final photos.
Can I get black and white versions of my photos?
Absolutely! You can request black and white edits at no extra cost. Simply let us know which photos youโd like transformed, or leave it to us to select the ones that work best in black and white.
How much does your service cost?
Our pricing varies depending on the project size, deadline, and other factors. You can find our base pricing here. You will receive your full price quote inside the client area once you select the specifications for your project. If you have any special requests, please write to [email protected] so that we can give you a custom quote in advance.
How does billing work? What payment methods do you offer?
You will pay for your order when it is placed. We accept debit and credit cards, and ACH bank transfers, using Stripe as our payment processor. You can download invoices after payment, and we are also happy to provide tax documents, if needed.
We can do payment plans by request. Please email us to discuss more.
Tell me more about the revision process. Is there an extra charge?
We include revisions with each of our projects (unlimited revisions during your first project, and two rounds of revisions for every project afterward). Those revisions must take place during the 30-day period after your first draft is delivered. Once 30 days have passed, we mark the project as โapprovedโ. Revisions can be requested outside of the 30-day period, but will incur an extra fee depending on the amount of work required.
What if I need edits after the project has been approved? How does it work and what's the cost?
It depends on the number of edits, and is billed at an hourly rate.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes, we have a discount for studios that shoot more than 50 weddings per year. Just drop us a line at [email protected] and weโll discuss what we can offer in your case.
Do you backup my files?
We securely store all of your files on Dropbox. We can restore files if something was deleted within the last 180 days.
How long do you keep my raw footage or photos? What about project files?
We keep footage and raw photos for four months before deleting it from Dropbox. Project files with all assets are kept for one year.
Will you share my files with anyone?
We do not use nor share any raw footage or photos outside the company unless you give us prior approval.
I don't want my clients to know that I'm outsourcing my editing.
No problem. Our service is white-label by default, meaning weโll never let someone know that we put our hands on your projects unless you give us permission to do so. All the examples you might see on our website or on social media were posted after receiving written consent from our clients.
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